PHOTOS: Pune Beats China In Reading Event; PM Congratulates

By: Anand Chaini | December 14, 2023

Punekars achieved a remarkable feat by setting a World Record, conducting the largest reading activity at SP College, Pune

Anand Chaini

The record-breaking event, held from 8-10 am, aimed to promote a reading culture in society and witnessed enthusiastic participation

Anand Chaini

Marathi Actress Prajkta Mali at the event

Anand Chaini

A total of 12,000 parents participated in the event, with an impressive 3,066 qualifying for the record by narrating stories to their kids

Anand Chaini

To surpass the existing record set by China, around 4,500 students from all PMC-run schools actively participated in the reading activity

Anand Chaini

PMC), in collaboration with the Maharashtra government, SPPU, National Book Trust , and SP College, organized the event

Anand Chaini

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the Guinness World Record of the largest reading activity that took place in Pune city on Thursday

Anand Chaini